The Aged & Disability Services team is seeking qualified Community Care Workers for both temporary part-time and casual positions.

Community Care Workers provide individual assistance and care to older people, and people with a disability and their carers which assists them to live independently in their own homes and in the local community. As a Community Care Worker you will enjoy working autonomously, locally and in a secure and growing industry, whilst working with a variety of clients in their own homes and making a difference in the community. You will have access to competitive wages (including paid travel time between jobs), up to 50 hours per fortnight (depending on employee availability), a comprehensive induction program, regular training and ongoing support.

Applicants must have the capacity to lift and carry items as the duties are physically demanding. You will also have a current Victorian Driver's Licence and access to a car and mobile phone. A Certificate III in HACC or Aged Care or equivalent is mandatory. You must hold a current Working with Children Check and be prepared to undertake a Police Record Check and a Functional Capacity Examination (medical).

Applicants with availability of hours in the evenings and weekends (which attracts penalty rates) would be highly regarded. Those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Please read the Position description and complete the attached application form.

Applications must be made on-line by clicking on 'APPLY NOW'.

PLEASE NOTE THAT CONTACT TO APPLICANTS MAY TAKE LONGER THAN THE 3 WEEKS STATED IN THE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT EMAIL AS APPOINTMENTS DEPEND ON VACANCIES AT THE TIME OF APPLYING.

The Mornington Peninsula Shire is committed to creating a diverse and safe environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and Child Safe employer. We welcome applicants who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander; have a disability; and/or are from a culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) background. All employment offers will be subject to various safety screening and background checks.